This article is a data-driven deep dive on strategic decision-making and roster construction for DFS cash games and tournaments. It relies heavily upon FantasyLabs’ extensive suite of analytical DFS tools, as well as advanced metrics and film study. First, I walk through narrowing down the player pool at each position. Then, I lay out how to choose the highest-floor lineup combinations for cash games. Finally, I go game-by-game to present the biggest edges (stacks, pivots, leverage opportunities, etc.) in each.
Week 8 shmoney time.
Quarterback
- Deshaun Watson, Texans ($7,200 DK, $8,400 FD) vs. OAK
Deshaun Watson should have all day to throw against a Raiders defense ranked last in pressure rate (14.0%). QBs like Watson who have a Projected Plus/Minus of at least +3.0 at home have posted a 72% average Consistency Rating and +4.5 Plus/Minus since the start of 2018.
For more on QBs, check out Matthew Freedman’s Week 8 Fantasy QB Breakdown.
Running Back
